Find out how popular the last name Megna is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Megna.

Megna, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Megna surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Megna in America

Megna is the 28650th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Megna surname appeared 832 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Megna.

We can also compare 2010 data for Megna to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Megna

The surname "MEGNA" has its origins in Italy, dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "magnus," meaning "great" or "large." This suggests that the name may have initially been a descriptive nickname given to someone of imposing stature or exceptional character.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname "MEGNA" can be traced back to the regions of Sicily and Calabria in Southern Italy. Historical documents from the 13th and 14th centuries mention individuals bearing variations of the name, such as "Megna," "Magna," and "Magna."

In the late 15th century, the name "MEGNA" appears in the Sicilian town of Ragusa, where a family of nobles bore this surname. Records indicate that a certain Giovanni Megna, born in 1472, held significant influence and wealth in the region.

During the Renaissance period, the name "MEGNA" gained further prominence when Antonio Megna, a renowned artist and sculptor from Naples, achieved recognition for his intricate marble works. Born in 1528, his creations adorned many churches and palaces throughout Italy.

As the centuries progressed, the "MEGNA" surname spread to other parts of the Italian peninsula. In the 18th century, a notable figure named Giuseppe Megna, born in 1702 in Palermo, Sicily, became a respected philosopher and academic, authoring several treatises on ethics and moral philosophy.

Another prominent individual with the surname "MEGNA" was Maria Megna, a celebrated operatic soprano from Calabria. Born in 1832, she performed on many prestigious stages across Europe, captivating audiences with her powerful voice and emotive performances.

While the name "MEGNA" originated in Italy, it eventually found its way to other parts of the world through migration and diasporas. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, many Italians bearing this surname settled in various countries, contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of their adopted homelands.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Megna

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Megna.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Megna was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Megna has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Megna was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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